IPL 2026: CSK Set to Face PBKS in Crucial Match
Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings: Match Preview
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will clash with Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the seventh match of IPL 2026 on April 3, 2026, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. After suffering a significant defeat against Rajasthan Royals in their opening match, CSK is eager to bounce back. Meanwhile, PBKS is riding high after a thrilling victory over Gujarat Titans by three wickets. Under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer, PBKS appears well-prepared and is favored to win, but CSK's strong home record at Chepauk could play a crucial role. Historically, both teams have an equal standing, with each winning 16 matches against the other.
CSK vs PBKS - Statistical Insights
In the previous season, PBKS dominated the encounters, winning both matches. CSK's last victory over PBKS dates back to the 2024 season, while PBKS triumphed in all three matches during IPL 2022 and IPL 2023. CSK's highest score against Punjab is 240, while Punjab's best stands at 231. Given their recent performances, PBKS will be optimistic about securing another win against CSK.
Match Details:
When is the match? The IPL 2026 match 7 between CSK and PBKS is set for Thursday, April 3, 2026.
Where will it take place? The match will occur at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
What time does it start? The match is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM IST.
When is the toss? The toss will take place at 7:00 PM IST, thirty minutes prior to the match start.
How to watch? Fans can catch the live telecast of the match on the Star Sports Network and stream it on the JioHotstar app.
CSK Squad:
Sanju Samson (w), Ayush Mhatre, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Urvil Patel, Matthew Short, Shivam Dube, Jamie Overton, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matt Henry, Anshul Kamboj, Akeal Hosein, Sarfaraz Khan, MS Dhoni, Dewald Brevis, Shreyas Gopal, Rahul Chahar, Spencer Johnson, Mukesh Choudhary, Aman Khan, Gurjapneet Singh, Zakary Foulkes, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Kartik Sharma, Prashant Veer
PBKS Squad:
Shreyas Iyer (c), Prabhsimran Singh, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Nehal Wadhera, Marco Jansen, Harpreet Brar, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Azmatullah Omarzai, Priyansh Arya, Pyla Avinash, Xavier Bartlett, Pravin Dubey, Lockie Ferguson, Musheer Khan, Suryansh Shedge, Harnoor Singh, Yash Thakur, Vyshak Vijaykumar, Vishnu Vinod, Ben Dwarshuis, Cooper Connolly, Mitchell Owen, Vishal Nishad